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November 2017 Monthly Newsletter
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From Our Pastor
2017-18 Ministry Theme: "Continuing the Journey"
Over the past weeks many of the people of Calvary participated in our special
“CLCS Visioning Events,” as we contemplated and discussed together questions
around the topic of “Where is God leading us into the future?” Whether you were
personally able to attend or not, I hope that this question continues to saturate our
conversations and our calling as the people of God. In Jeremiah 29:11 God has
promised, “For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for
welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.” These are words spoken
not just to the Israelites of the Old Testament, but they still speak to us today. Our
Lord has plans for us and continues to be at work in us as individuals, among us as a
congregation, and through us as the people of God. In the book of Acts, the
author, Luke, begins the book with these words, “In my first book, O Theophilus, I
have dealt with all that Jesus began to do and teach…” (Acts 1:1a). Now Luke will
deal with all that Jesus continued to do and teach through His church. I am
convinced that this ministry of Jesus did not end at the conclusion of the book of
the Acts of the Apostles. Jesus is still working through His church. This year we desire
to focus ourselves around the following three priorities.
Celebrating God's Provision of New Opportunities
Embracing Our Calling as a Missional Community
Uniting our Ministries in Direction and Purpose
God has called us to serve in an important time within the church. Opportunities
abound for us to share the good news of Jesus. More than ever there are so many
people who need to know that there is a God who desires to journey with them
through this rollercoaster of life. In a world that is so often filled with frustration,
conflict, and anger, there are people who need the joy of the Lord. In a world that
can weigh us down with global and local problems too big for us to handle, there is
a God who can bear our burdens—both the personal issues that we carry and the
collective needs of our communities.
May our Lord continue to kindle in our hearts and lives a desire to grow in our
relationship with our God (our “Upward” relationship), to care for our fellow brothers
and sisters in Christ (our “Inward” relationships), and to reach out to meet the
physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of those who are not a part of Christ’s
church (our “Outward” relationships). May He remind us and reveal to us those
plans that He has in store for us. Join us in worship, in Bible study, and in areas of
service this year as we “Continue the Journey” of Discipleship and Mission.
Note: if you were unable to attend one of Calvary’s visioning events, you are invited
to share your input and reflections using the following webpage:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/FS68DB7
- Pastor Kurt Ebert
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Staff Spotlight
Dustin Smith
What do you do at Calvary?
I am the Fifth Grade Teacher
What is your favorite thing about Calvary?
I love the people at Calvary.
Favorite Book/Verse of the Bible?
I can do all this by the power of Christ. He gives
me strength. - Philippians 4:13
Favorite Hobby?
Spending time with my kids and riding my bike
Favorite Sport/Team(s)?
Chicago Cubs, Bears, Bulls and Colts
Favorite Food?
Chicago-style pizza
Hidden Talent/Little Known Fact about You?
I was a movie extra in The Dark Knight.
Melanie Huene
What do you do at Calvary?
Teacher’s Aide in Preschool Classroom
What is your favorite thing about Calvary?
The people and families we’ve met and the
friendships we’ve made.
Favorite Book/Verse of the Bible?
Ecclesiastes 4:9-12—it’s one of the scripture
readings from my wedding.
Favorite Hobby?
Reading and going to the theater
Favorite Sport/Team(s)?
St. Louis Cardinals
Favorite Food?
Anything my mom makes
Hidden Talent/Little Known Fact about You?
I have my Doctorate in Psychology, and at one
point worked with veteran’s at the V.A. hospital in
Houston.
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Community
“A Man Named Martin: The Movement” Bible Study This DVD study helps us celebrate the 500th Anniversary of the Reformation. Lutheran Hour
Ministries has produced this three-part series and this is the final installment. Join us in Room
125 from 1:00-2:30pm Thurs. as Pastor Art leads the class through the remainder of this final
DVD class. Nov 2 (Week 4); Nov 9 (Week 5); Nov 16 (Week 6).
Noodle Making Workshop Fri, Nov. 3, 3:00 - 5:00pm Calvary kitchenette / conference room. No experience necessary,
no cost to attend. Homemade noodles are always a best-seller; come learn and help make
noodles for the Holiday Bazaar. RSVP—Karen Wright, [email protected]
Empowering People: LUTHER 500
Tuesday, November 7th, 11:30 am – 1:30pm
Lutheran Child and Family Services Free Program www.spiritandplace.org
Explore how Martin Luther, one of the most influential figures in world history, helped shift
power from institutional authorities to ordinary people. Exhibit viewing 11:30 a.m.– 12:30 p.m.
with lecture at 12:30 p.m. Presented by Dr. Richard Gunderman and LCFS.
RSVP 317-359-5467 or [email protected]
Faith Builders Bible Study – Veteran’s Day Weekend Opportunity
Join us on Sun., Nov 12 from 9:25-10:25 a.m. as we hear from First Sergeant Richard
Hougesen and his wife Cara. They share an amazing story of how God has worked in and
through their lives as a military family.
First Sgt. Richard Hougesen has served for twenty-five years in the U.S Army. He has
volunteered for two combat tours in Iraq as a front line field medic and as a medical
logistics person. He also served as a U.S civilian contractor in Afghanistan for a year and a
half. From August 2005 to October 2006 he served with the 738th Area Support Medical
Company as the senior medical advisor to Iraq’s former President, Saddam Hussein and
three other cabinet members earning him the Bronze Star. Rich is currently working as the
Health Readiness Coordinator for the 310th Expeditionary Support Command at Fort
Benjamin Harrison for the Army Reserve and as the First Sergeant for the 624th Quartermaster
Company in Michigan City, Indiana.
Cara has taught and served in the Lutheran Schools for twenty five years, mostly teaching
at the Junior High level. She served thirteen years at Calvary, eleven at Trinity and is now
serving at Holy Cross as a Student Shepherd. Teaching her students about a having a
relationship with the Lord is the most important job that she has ever had. Cara is the
daughter of Rich and Juanita Wilson, who have been long time members of Calvary.
Rich and Cara have been married for twenty eight years. They have three sons, Japheth,
Caleb, and Seth. This past summer, they have also been blessed to have a young man,
Immanuel, live with them as he completes his schooling at Lutheran High.
Through a bankruptcy, three deployments, and the struggles that come with raising a
family, they bring a story of God’s Love, His Hope and His faithfulness.
“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have
been called according to his purpose .” Romans 8:28
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Operation Christmas Child
Operation Christmas Child from Samaritan's Purse is a project that brings the Good News of
Jesus Christ to impoverished children in more than 100 countries through gift-filled, shoe-box-
sized Christmas boxes. Calvary's Older Adult Ministry is pleased to be teaming up with CLS
students again this year to support this worthwhile ministry.
Donations of small gifts to go inside these boxes are needed. Suggestion for gift donations can
be found below. The boxes are now furnished by Samaritan's Purse so shoe boxes are not
needed. Please help us reach our goal of 185 boxes.
The boxes will be packed Thursday morning, November 16. Each student in Grades K-4 will fill a
box with gifts and an “All About Me” page with the assistance of an older adult. Samaritan's
Purse will add Christian materials to each box. Please bring your donations to church by Sunday, November 12 and leave them in the bin in the Narthex.
More information about Operation Christmas Child can be found at www.samaritanspurse.org.
If you have questions or would like to help on packing day contact: Sarah Cunningham,
881-2723 or 289-4156. GIFT SUGGESTIONS
TOYS – small cars, balls, dolls, stuffed animals, kazoos, harmonicas, yo-yos, jump ropes, small
Etch A Sketch®, toys that light up or make noise (with extra batteries), Slinky®, etc.
SCHOOL SUPPLIES – pens, pencils and sharpener, crayons or markers, stamps and ink pad sets,
writing pads or paper, solar calculators, coloring and picture books, etc.
NON – LIQUID HYGIENE ITEMS – toothbrush, toothpaste, comb, washcloth, and bar soap.
OTHER –T-shirts, socks, ball caps; sunglasses, hair clips, toy jewelry, watches, and flashlights (with
extra batteries)
Remember: Items must fit in a shoebox. No liquids please and no war toys. Boxes are $7 to ship.
Donate online https://www.samaritanspurse.org/operation-christmas-child/follow-your-box/
Or pick up an envelope in the narthex. Make checks to SAMARITAN'S PURSE.
An announcement will be made when boxes are in for families filling boxes at home. If filling a
box at home, please return it to the church by Nov 12.
CHRISTMAS POINSETTIAS
6.5” Pots (Red Poinsettias with 5 -7 blooms) $12 each
Order deadline is November 17th
Leave order with payment in the church office. (Checks payable to Calvary Lutheran Church
and “Poinsettias” in the memo)
Name: _____________________________________________________
In memory of (optional) ________________________________________
In honor of (optional)__________________________________________
Phone Number:_____________________ Amount Attached: __________
Thank you for beautifying our Sanctuary during this Christmas Season! Poinsettias will decorate
the altar for Christmas and can be taken home Christmas Day after service.
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Parish Education
Children’s Sunday School: The theme for this year is “Hands Praising Jesus”! We are looking
forward to an amazing year! There has been some changes for our classes- the
kindergarten, 3rd, and 4th grades have changed. Please see below for the latest class
assignments and locations:
Preschool: Room 304-Lori Turner
Kindergarten/1st/2nd : Room 405-Angela Ransdell and Michelle Folkening
3rd: Room 301-Ben/Brittani Langhammer
4th: Room 205-Chuck/Beckie Hudson and Gayle Freeman Richards
5th/6th: School Library-Dennie Morrison
7th-8th: Room 514-Diane Gibson
“Known and Loved Intergenerational Event” (11/5): Everyone (children and adults) is
invited for food, fellowship, and an engaging discussion around God’s Word.
(Gym-Pastor Ebert)
“Into the Word”: Join us Sunday Mornings in October as our Pastors wrap up our study of
the Reformation and begin a study of the life of Jonah. (Room 125-Pastor Reifsteck &
Pastor Ebert)
“Soothing Rain, Living Waters to Refresh Your Soul” (11/5): Refresh your faith as we finish this
study based on John 4:13-14. Join as we apply each lesson to our lives and strengthen our
walk with God. (North Narthex–Corina Hendershott)
Young Adults: Join the Young Adults as they study the “Names of God” on 11/5 and then
Study “Thankfulness” 11/12-11/19. (Conference Room-Brenda Irwin)
Saturday Night Classes for Adults, 5:00pm (Saturday Nights, Sep 9-Nov 25): Join Pastor
Main in the Conference Room as he continues the “A Man Named Martin” class, a three
part study which covers “The Man”, “The Moment”, and “The Movement”. In November,
the class will study “The Movement”. In this third part, participants will take a close look at
how the Reformation accelerated the transformation of a world already in flux. While
armed conflicts, theological disputes, and heated controversies marked segments of
society throughout medieval Europe, the march of the Reformation left its imprint on the
face of culture and citizen alike. Everything from education, politics, science, theology,
marriage, and the family-and even extending to one's view of vocation and his
relationship to God-came under the shaping and seminal influence of the Reformation.
Parish Education
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Lunch OUT! Wednesday, November 1, 11:30 am The first Wednesday Calvary’s Adult Ministry does “Lunch OUT!” – a
different restaurant each month. In November, we are meeting at a new
restaurant in Greenwood, Newk’s Eatery. Located at 1279 N. Emerson
Avenue, 46143, Newk’s is in the strip mall in front of Walmart, Emerson and
County Line Road. Menu includes sandwiches, salads, pizzas, soups and
sides. Come join us! Tables will be saved for Calvary Lutheran.
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Lunch & Learn Wednesday, November 15, 11:30 am Our annual TURKEY DINNER! Let’s gather together and give thanks! Join us as we count
blessings and feast on turkey and all the trimmings Provided entree: Turkey, dressing, mashed
potatoes & gravy. Please bring $2 and a dish to share Guest speaker: Tim Evans, IndyStar
“Call for Action” Investigative and Consumer Reporter. November birthdays will be honored.
Luncheon starts at 11:30am . Come early for free blood pressure checks
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Thanks for Helping Others Be Healthy - Thanks to Nancy Brandt for coordinating this project,
and to everyone who donated medicines and supplies for the St. Thomas free clinic. If you
missed the October collection, Calvary collects quarterly; if you don’t want to wait, the St.
Thomas clinic is located at 600 Paul Hand Blvd, Franklin, IN 46131. For info call (317) 535-6057, or
see www.saintthomasclinic.org.
________________________________________________________________________________________ Adult Volunteers Needed – Monday, December 4th, 12:30 to 2:30pm. Help our 2nd
graders pack gift mugs with candies for our Advent Service visitors. This is a fun service
project – no experience necessary! If you can help, let the church office know –
317-783-2000 or email Emily Spelde, [email protected]
Adult Ministry
Youth Ministry
FLIGHT - High School Youth Group
The high school youth group will be meeting this month on Nov 5, 19, and 26. We meet in
the Youth Room from 9:25-10:25 am for Sunday school as well as 7:00-8:30 pm for Bible study
and an activity.
SAIL - 7th and 8th Grade Youth Group
SAIL will meet this month on Wed., Nov 11 & 29 in the youth room from 3:00-4:30 pm. These
events will include a light snack, Bible study, and activities. All 7th and 8th graders are
welcome!
LAUNCH - 5th and 6th grade Youth Group
LAUNCH will meet this month on Wed., Nov 1 & 15 in the youth room from 3:00-4:30 pm.
These events will include a light snack, Bible study, and activities. All 5th and 6th graders are
welcome!
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Opening Doors
God has blessed families of Indiana with the choice of sending their children to the school
that they feel best meets their needs. The LUTHERAN SGO of Indiana has changed the
boundaries of the local school and greatly broadened them. You have the opportunity to
open even more doors allowing students to enter the hallways of Calvary Lutheran Church
and School. This opportunity will provide scholarship grants to students and their families.
Contributions made by you for this purpose will be used to offer a Christian education so
that children may not only receive a quality education, but to hear God’s Word.
How do I help open these doors? Contribution forms for Lutheran SGO are available in the
church and school offices or online at www.LutheranSGO.org . The state of Indiana will
give to you a tax credit of 50% of your donation. Example: If you give a gift of $1000.00 you
will receive an Indiana state tax credit of $500.00, federally file a $1000.00 charitable
deduction, and 100% of your donation will be received back to Calvary. This is a unique
opportunity. Funding for all of these scholarship grants for current students enrolled at
Calvary is $30,000.00. Currently we have gathered approximately $21,000.00. Those
desiring to contribute to this fund may do so through December 31 to receive the tax credit
for this 2017 calendar year. Even better still, students under a Scholarship Granting
Organization are eligible for a CHOICE Indiana state voucher the following school year.
Any additional funds gathered will remain in our account with the Lutheran SGO of Indiana
to be used during the 2018-19 school year.
We ask the Lord to provide for the needs of others through the gifts of our hands.
URGENT: The tax credits may not remain until December 31. Please make your donation
before Thanksgiving to claim your 2017 tax credit.
Fall Gardening
How do you create a more fertile garden? You work in the autumn.
Preparing for spring begins in the fall. With the proper work, the spring garden is readied for
a productive and growing season. It may take a while to see your investment grow and
flourish, but your hard work will pay off in the end.
Creating a more fertile garden could be compared to our faith walk. In baptism God
showers us with His Spirit. We are being empowered to then receive His Word and the
teaching and preaching of it. Our lives then reflect this Good News through our words and
deeds as we bear the Fruit of the Spirit. Being justified through God’s redemptive hand, we
are enabled to lead sanctified lives. God tends to His flock. We often stray and we fail to
bear fruit. Yet God comes to us again and again. It is through His Word and sacraments
that we are further strengthened.
How precious the opportunities provided each day through the ministry of our Christian Day
School. Every day His Word is shared with the students. Every day the students Love Out
Loud. This month of November we focus on the blessings of God as we praise and thank
Him. We thank God for the support of this congregation for the 68 years of the Christian
Day School. Seeds of faith have been planted through the power of the Holy Spirit. This
faith has been shared over generations and across the globe.
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Thanksgiving Break-School will be closed on Wednesday through Friday, November 22-24
Calvary will be closed on Wednesday as families prepare for Thanksgiving. We ask the Lord
to be with all families traveling. We rejoice in the opportunity to share this time with family
and friends. School will resume on Monday, November 27. We give thanks to our God with
a grateful heart.
The students of Calvary will be joining the Adult Ministry on Thursday, November 16. We
look forward to sharing this time together with our Kindergarten through 4th graders.
Operation Christmas Child is the sponsored event being held. Operation Christmas Child
provides a wrapped shoebox filled with special items. Included are a photograph and
letter of greeting form the packers. These boxes are sent to underprivileged children
around the globe. We thank God for this opportunity to span the generations through this
service project.
10th Annual Trivia Night
The day is fast approaching. Do you have your 8-10 person team filled yet? Now is the time
to assemble your team. Don’t have a team? Sign up and we will place you on a team.
Team entry fee is $100.00. Individual participant fee is $10.00. Trivia Night is scheduled for
Friday evening, January 19 beginning at 7:00PM in the gymnasium. Super trivia fun awaits
you!! Money raised through this event will be going to support ongoing hurricane relief.
See you there!!!
Fall Back
We set our clocks back one hour on Sunday, November 5 at 2:00AM. Fall back for an extra
hour of sleep. The mornings will be lighter with the early afternoons darker.
Calvary Lutheran School News from Principal Rensner
NEWS FROM LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL OF INDIANAPOLIS
Veterans Day Honor Chapel – November 9
Lutheran High School's Veterans Day Honor Chapel is Thursday, November 9, 9:30 am in the
Ruth Lilly Auditorium. All veterans are cordially invited to attend and wear their uniforms to
reflect the honor their service brought to our country. A reception will follow the service.
Our guest speaker is Michael Longworth (LHS 2008). Michael joined the Marine
Corps right after high school. He went to boot camp in California at MCRD San
Diego and graduated in 2009. After boot camp, he went directly to the School of
Infantry and was assigned to 2nd Battalion 6th Marines out of Camp Lejeune.
Longworth joined the Scout Sniper platoon and deployed to Southern Helmand
Province, Afghanistan, twice between 2010 and 2012. He was honorably discharged from
active service as a Corporal in October, 2012, and has been in sales ever since, currently at
Angie’s List.
For information please contact Rev. Robert W. Armao, 787-5474 x113 or [email protected] or
visit lhsi.org.
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Women in Mission
Extravagant Sharing There will be NO Extravagant Sharing collections made in November or December as
Calvary makes many special efforts to meet the needs of others during the holidays. If you
would have time to take our monthly donations to The Sharing Place, 6501 Sunnyside Rd,
Indianapolis, IN 46236, you would see just how appreciated our donations are to the people
there. Contact Rosie Blazek, 317-885-9426 to make arrangements.
Women's Saturday Bible Study Sat., November 4 8:30-9:30 a.m., in the Epic Library - from page 24 of the Fall 2017 Lutheran Women’s
Quarterly, “Serve the Lord with Gladness”. Led by Kalai Udhayanesan.
Blankets for Babies Our November dates are : Thursdays, November 2nd and 16th.
We meet from 6-8 p.m. in the cafe area. We knit and crochet blankets for newborns whose
parents are financially challenged. Along with these blankets, we send prayers with God's
blessings for the baby and his/her family. All ages and skill levels welcome. Questions?
Susan Daniels 317-882-3691.
Christmas Luncheon -- An Ornament for Christ
Wednesday, December 13, 2017
Luncheon at 11 am with Tour at 1 pm
Billie Lou Wood Visitor Center
James Whitcomb Riley Home in Lockerbie
Ladies, you will receive an invitation from Women In Mission in your member mailboxes that
will have a map and other information. From Calvary, it is a 7.6 mile, 20 min
non-interstate drive to historic Lockerbie Square. Rather than a gift-exchange,
we will collect monetary gifts for the Compassion Ministry Team toward the
purchase of gift cards to assist families in need purchase Christmas gifts for
their children. Contact Betty (317) 341-1967, [email protected] if you
have questions or would like to help with the luncheon. Use the signup
envelope in your member mailbox or the form below. Reserve your spot;
seating is limited. We are sure to have a lovely lunch and tour.
Name ____________________________________ Phone ___________________ Text? Yes__ No__
$15 registration + $_____optional Compassion contribution = $_______ Total
Cash ___ Check ___ (Payable to Calvary Willing Workers)
Car pool: drive ___ ride ___ no preference___ I’ll provide my own transportation ___
Place form and cash or check in an envelope and place in Betty Bardonner’s member
mailbox by Sunday, November 26, 2017.
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Fellowship Ministry
Coming soon - Holiday Cookie Baking and Exchange
Do you like to bake? Do you have a favorite holiday cookie recipe? Stop by
the table in the Narthex Nov.18-19th to pick up a container for your baked
cookies and get more information.
There are TWO ways to participate!
1) Come to the Holiday Cookie Exchange Sat., Dec. 2rd at 10am;
Bake at least 5 dozen cookies; 3 dozen to exchange and at least 2 dozen
to donate
Include your recipe to share (optional)
Help package donated cookies
Fellowship and refreshments in the South Narthex
2) Interested in baking cookies to donate?
Drop off cookies (label nuts or no nuts) Friday, Dec. 1st in the kitchenette by
4pm or bring your cookies Saturday, Dec. 2rd at 10am and join us for fellowship
in the South Narthex.
Donated cookies will be packaged on Saturday to sell after services on
December 2-3th. Proceeds go to “Reduce General Fund Deficit”. Questions:
Contact Linda Bugher @ [email protected] or 317-432-1865.
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October Memorials
In Memory of Jackie Irwin from:
Brenda & Dave Rohl, Bill & Moira Carlstedt, Raymond & Rebecca Pohland, Linda Cox &
Family
In Memory of Helen Schmid from:
Jim & Kristen Schwark, John & Ruth Remetta, Susan Drattlo, Tom & Dawn Schultz, Margie
Leive, Women in Mission, Gary & Linda Bugher, Karen Meyer, Ken & Marcia Kehlbeck, Karen
Wright, Gloria & Steve Vandivier, Jim & Susan Richert, Mabel Schwark, Susan Kuehr, Carolyn
Pfifer, Thomas & Mary Lynn Jennings, Larry & Judy Stanford, Paul & Kathy Brakke, Barbara
Chance, Cathy Potter, Ethel Nichols, Bill & Janet Grube, Jim &
Phyllis Birdwell, Nellie Delk, Jim & Judy Glenday, Genevieve
Gray, Catherine Woempner, Bob Wurster, Pastor Art & Joy
Wehrmeister, Charles & Betty Bardonner, Jim & Janet
Dunaway, Elise Wolf, Grace Wolf, Charles Paul, Mike & Ann
Arnold, Sue Davis, Rose Ann Machina, Jeanne & Bill Carman,
Gerald Kiesling, Dan Weeden Family, Rich Wilson Family, Sharon Brewer, Don & Susan
Daniels, Mel Wessler, Rick & Shari Shaker, Nancy Schmidt & Steven, Ruth Fuhrmann,
Charles & Kathleen Klasing, Jan Meiners, Jim & Carol Keenan, Marilyn Rothkopf, Pauline
Miller
In Memory of Eric Borst from:
Jim & Susan Richert, Tom & Dawn Schultz, Kyle & David Jones, Jim & Phyllis Birdwell, Nellie
Delk, Jim & Judy Glenday, Bob Wurster, Charlie & Betty Bardonner, Mike & Ann Arnold, Tom
& Anita Oyer, Rachel Daeger, Rex & Carol Joseph, Eldoris Borst, John & Barb Ryan,
Jill Radcliffe, Ted & Judy Reasoner, Betty Haussecker, Pastor Art & Joy Wehrmeister, Bud &
Julie Pflug, Evan Bugher, Ken & Marcia Kehlbeck, Gary & Linda Bugher, Jim & Kristen
Schwark, Elise Wolf, Charlie & Diane Paul, Karen Meyer, Matt & Michelle Harrell, Big Ten
Conference, New Centaur, LLC, Elizabeth Borst-Murphy & Bill, Anne Fossler, Shelley Raper,
Doug & Ellen Scott Family, Jim Covert/State Farm, Barbara Brookie, Nancy Haldrup, Sharon
Brewer, Bill & Janet Grube, Bob & Rosie Blazek, James Glynn, Bob & Bev Heid, Genevieve
Gray, Jake & Kyle Allen, Beth Borst, Rick & Shari Shaker, Gregory & Claudia Schenkel, John
Keeler, Carolyn Grant, Vincent & Linda Binder, Strietelmeier Family, Indiana Veterinary
Medical Association, Mel Wessler, Anne Shane, Jim & Carol Keenan, Indiana Sports
Corporation, Paul & Kathy Brakke, Paul & Patty Dorman
In Memory of Betty Neiman from:
Grace Wolf, Women in Mission, Shirley Blickensderfer, Frankie Maccrae, Marilyn & Michael
Shannon
In Memory of Wilma Driver from:
Rob Walker, Hugh & Nancy Welton, David & Kyle Jones
In Memory of Cookie Fort from:
Ethel Nichols
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Stewardship Emphasis
Stewardship Update By Rachel Daeger, Chair, Stewardship Ministry Team
In a recent Stewardship Ministry Team meeting Pastor Ebert shared that our sermon
messages for November will focus on gratitude. The timing is appropriate as our nation
plans to celebrate Thanksgiving and our church prepares our hearts to welcome the baby
Jesus. This emphasis brought to mind a personal reflection.
While I was in high school, many years ago, I worked on the yearbook staff with Wanda
Strange serving as our staff advisor. I don’t remember what prompted this conversation but
she quite clearly pointed out to me that I was not demonstrating gratitude in my
interactions with others. I do remember being stunned and shocked. I certainly felt
gratitude when someone did something for me or showed me a kindness but I was missing
the crucial step of giving voice to that gratitude with a simple “thank you.” Since that day I
hear her correction in my head every time someone opens a door, refills a water glass, or
renders me assistance and I try my best to sincerely express my appreciation. I hope she
was able to observe a change in my behavior because I don’t think I ever thanked her for
an observation that was so impactful to me.
Similarly, it brings to mind how regularly I neglect to show my gratitude to God for the
blessings I receive each day and for His plan for my salvation. This year Calvary has
designated November 18 and 19 as commitment weekend. Members will be receiving a
commitment card in the mail in the next week or so. This card is a tool to guide as you
prayerfully consider how you and your household will demonstrate your gratitude for God’s
blessings through prayer and worship; use of your spiritual gifts to teach, feed and support;
and financial support of his ministry. The card has two parts – one for you to keep and one
for you to bring to the altar and place in a box. These cards aren’t counted or reviewed.
Your commitment is something known only to you and God.
Here is some practical advice from the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod on determining
what you should be contributing to the work of the Church.
1. Receive God’s gifts. If you have not been faithfully attending worship to hear God’s
Word, receiving His forgiveness and partaking of His body and blood for the eternal benefit
of your soul, then by all means repent and come receive the gifts of our Lord Jesus! God
does not want your money — He wants you, all of you.
2. Pray. Go to the throne of grace and ask for strength to follow the Lord faithfully.
3. Consider what the Church does. The Church is called to spread the Good News about
Jesus Christ by preaching the Gospel to all who will hear it and administering the
Sacraments to the faithful. You are a part of God’s Church on earth. This is your mission and
the mission is for the life of the world — that for which Jesus laid down His life and took it up
again. The Church cannot complete its mission unless all members of the Church, those
who have benefitted from the Church’s mission, faithfully support the Church.
4. Examine yourself. Consider the commands of God from the New Testament about
supporting the work of the Church and examine your own giving. Are you: a.) giving of
your firstfruits (that is, does your offering come out of your paycheck first, not just what’s left
over?); b.) giving voluntarily and cheerfully; c.) giving proportionally; d.) relying on God’s
promise to provide for you? If not, then repent and trust in God’s provision.
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Calvary’s 50th Annual Holiday Bazaar “Joy to the World” Calvary's "Joy to the World" Holiday Bazaar
Come one, Come all -- you, your family, friends and neighbors are invited to our 50th Annual event.
http://clcs.org/holiday-bazaar/ Sat., November 11 | 9 am - 3 pm
A canned food item is suggested for admission
A variety of crafty and talented vendors
Holiday wreaths, wood crafts, Pampered Chef, stocking stuffers,
handcrafted clothing are just a few of the vendors exhibiting at the
Holiday Bazaar including several Calvary members! Check out the online page for the full list so you
can make your shopping list.
So many great items in the silent auction
A full list of silent auction items is posted online and will be in your mailbox on Nov. 2. Be sure to stop
by the cashier's table and pick up your bid number for this year's silent auction. Watch the closing
times for each table carefully so you don’t miss out on your treasure!
Don't shop hungry!
The kitchen will serve breakfast from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. including biscuits and gravy. Lunch is served
11 a.m. to 1 p.m. with brats w/sauerkraut, homemade soups and more. Kitchen purchases support
the El Salvador mission.
Volunteer Opportunities -Earn Service Points
There is a critical need for adult and youth volunteers to work shifts for Fr. and Sat., Nov 10 & 11. We
will also need people with pick-up trucks at the end of the bazaar to transport unsold Attic items to
local donation centers. School students and families can earn service points! You can find sign up
sheets on the Women in Missions table in the south narthex. You can also email Jan Main
([email protected]). She will send you the invitation to the online sign up sheet.
Make a Donation to the Attic or Country Kitchen
Please bring PRICED Attic donations or baked goodies to Calvary after 4 p.m. on Friday. Your
donation will be a huge help in the Bazaar reaching its goals of supporting Calvary (by donating
tables and chairs), Joy's House Adult Day Center, and Angel Tree Christmas - Prison Fellowship.
Compassion Ministry
Hurricane Relief Help us fill buckets with cleaning supplies. We are looking to fill 100
buckets from Oct. 28th - Nov. 19th. Each bucket needs a gallon of
bleach, rubber gloves, masks, cleanser like Comet, paper towels, scrubs
and sponges, glass cleaner and handy wipes. We will have the buckets
at church. There is still great need from the storms and we want to
support them with money, prayers and these much needed supplies.
Thanksgiving and Christmas We hope you have picked up your grocery bag to help us fill Thanksgiving baskets for those
needing help this holiday season. Please return them to the church by Nov. 12, then keep
your eyes out for our Christmas tree. Each year we help Lutherwood with Christmas. They
so appreciate our help. These are great opportunities to show our compassion and love for
our Savior by helping others.
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November 2017
November 5, 2017 – All Saints’ Day Observed
Psalm: 149; Epistle: 1 John 3:1-3; Gospel: Matthew 5:1-12
“From Here to Eternity” - Sermon Text: 1 John 3:1-3 – Rev. Dr. Thomas Ahlersmeyer
How far is it from today, to the end of your earthly existence, to the beginning of your
resurrected life? From what is, to what will be? From Here to Eternity? The distance both
doesn’t exist and is somewhere in the future. We are both a child of God right now and a
work in process.
November 12, 2017 – Twenty-third Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 27)
Psalm: 70; Epistle: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18; Gospel: Matthew 25:1-13
“Ready With His Oil” - Sermon Text: Matthew 25:1-13 - Rev. Dr. Daniel Brege
Through His Word, both preached and sacramental, Christ gives us His cross-purchased,
Spirit-filled gifts of forgiveness and salvation. This fits as the "oil" in our lamps. Those in the
"visible church" who have replaced the "oil" with worldly beliefs, will discover too late that
they are no longer associated with the eternal Bridegroom. With His "oil" Christ establishes His
people as His "wedding party", even as His "Bride" to rejoice in the eternal wedding
banquet.
November 19, 2017 – Twenty-fourth Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 28)
Psalm: 143:2; 5-6; 10-11; Epistle: 1 Thessalonians 5:1-4, 9-11; Gospel: Matthew 25:14-30
“His Precious Gift” - Sermon Text: Matthew 25:14-30 - Rev. James Elsner
Family heirlooms are precious. They connect us with our forefathers. What is God’s precious
gift to you?
November 26, 2017 – Last Sunday of the Church Year (Proper 29)
Psalm: 95:1-7a; Epistle: 1 Corinthians 15:20-28; Gospel: Matthew 25:31-46
“It’s All Over” - Sermon Text: 1 Corinthians 15:30-28 - Rev. Paul Shoemaker
It’s all over! How many times have those words been said in victory or relief? On that great
and glorious day, we shall rise to eternal life with Jesus “the firstfruits of those who have
fallen asleep.”
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6111 Shelby Street
Indianapolis, Indiana 46227
www.clcs.org
Phone: 317-783-2000
C A L V A R Y L U T H E R A N C H U R C H & S C H O O L
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CALVARY LUTHERAN CHURCH & SCHOOL Worship: Saturdays 6:30 PM Sundays 8:00 & 10:45 AM
Family Education Hour (Sunday School) 9:25 AM
Senior Pastor: Kurt Ebert [email protected]
Associate Pastor: Joshua Reifsteck [email protected]
Deaconess: Emily Spelde [email protected]
Director of Youth & Family Ministry: Sam Troemel [email protected]
Tamil Indian Ministry: Pastor Udhay Raji [email protected]
Director of Children’s Ministry: Paula Streib [email protected]
Principal: Stephen Rensner [email protected]
Admissions Counselor: [email protected]
Administrative Assistants: Shari Lipps [email protected]
Shari Shaker [email protected]
Amy Andre [email protected]
Bookkeeper: Julie Combs [email protected]
Business Mgr: Gary Bugher [email protected]
Church Office: (317) 783-2000 School Office: (317) 783-2305
Church Website: www.clcs.org School Website: www.choosecalvary.com